Federal judge blocks immigration agents from making warrantless arrests in Oregon
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — A federal judge issued a ruling Wednesday blocking federal immigration agents from…
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Healthcare Without Fear Act aims to protect patients from immigration enforcement in Oregon hospitals
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon lawmakers heard emotional testimony this week from nurses, healthcare advocates and community members supporting the…
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Oregon economic forecast shows challenges as Governor Kotek pushes FastTrack plan
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon’s latest economic forecast paints a mixed picture of the state’s outlook, showing rising business distress and a…
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DECISION 2026: Deschutes County commissioners vote 2-1 to send districting map to voters this fall
After hearing from another packed meeting room that again voiced divided opinions, DeschutesCounty commissioners voted 2-1 Wednesday to send a…
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Corporate profits, consumer spending reverse Oregon’s deficit – but budget challenges remain
By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capitol Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon lawmakers meeting at the Capitol to balance the state’s budget are staring…
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Federal agency probes Nike over alleged discrimination against White employees
By Ramishah Maruf, CNN New York (CNN) — The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is probing Nike in response to unspecified allegations…
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Popular Tillamook State Forest campground to transition to reservations-only system starting in 2026 season
TILLAMOOK STATE FOREST, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Forestry announced Wednesday that Browns Camp Off Highway Vehicle Campground will…
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OSU-Cascades study reveals tourism costs outweigh benefits for residents in popular destinations
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon State University-Cascades has published the findings of a years-long study of sustainable tourism, revealing that the…
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Oregon Legislature 101: Here’s how state laws get passed – and how you can take part in the process
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — Whether you’re wondering when the state will finally fix that pothole, whether new…
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Long-time community advocate Family Access Network welcomes its newest board member
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Megan Geiss of Bend has joined the Family Access Network (FAN) foundation Board of Directors, the organization announced…
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OSU scientists develop new material that destroys cancer cells
PORTLAND, Ore. — Scientists at Oregon State University have developed a nanomaterial that triggers chemical reactions to kill cancer cells through…
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Oregon Revenue Chair’s agree to proposed Revenue Deal, ODOT Funding Still Uncertain
(Update: Added quotes from Senator Anthony Broadman and Representative Emerson Levy. Correction, proposed deal was made by leaders of the Revenue…
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Oregon-based alpine skier Jackie Wiles headed to her fourth Olympics
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregon-based alpine skier Jackie Wiles just qualified for her fourth Olympics and will head to Cortina to represent Team USA.…
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Oregon Zoo’s youngest elephant celebrates first birthday with message of hope
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Asian elephant calf Tula-Tu, the youngest member of the Oregon Zoo’s elephant herd, just marked a major milestone: her…
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Oregon corrects tax credit error affecting early filers
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Revenue says its free online filing tool, Direct File Oregon, has been updated to fix an error that…
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Veterans ski weekend brings healing and camaraderie to Mount Bachelor
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Veterans’ mental and physical health remains a major concern. According to a 2023 Veterans Affairs report, roughly 31%…
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Oregon’s top election officer says lawmakers can move up transportation referendum date – if they act quickly
By Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capitol Chronicle SALEM, Ore. — Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Tina Kotek have less than one month to pass a bill if they…
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Oregon’s high school graduation rate inches up to record high, still below U.S. average; look up your school, district
(Update: Adding Crook County, Redmond statements) By Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital Chronicle SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon high schoolers in the…
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Team USA Opening Ceremony sweaters made using Central Oregon wool, celebration planned in Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Shaniko Wool Company, located in the small town of Shaniko, Oregon, just north of Antelope, has been honored once again with an…
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On eve of Oregon Legislature’s short session, budget crisis and transportation funding top lawmakers’ agenda
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Starting Monday, legislators from across Oregon will gather in Salem for a 35-day “short session” sprint to tackle some of the…
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